How To Fix SWF_FLEX_DEF118 - Mandatory property '&2' is missing at activity '&1'

SWF_FLEX_DEF118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_DEF -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Mandatory property '&2' is missing at activity '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF118 - Mandatory property '&2' is missing at activity '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_DEF118 indicates that a mandatory property is missing for a specific activity in a workflow definition. This error typically arises when a workflow is being executed or activated, and it points to a configuration issue in the workflow definition.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A required property (denoted as &2 in the error message) for a specific activity (denoted as &1) in the workflow is not set or is missing.
  This can happen due to incomplete configuration of the workflow, such as missing parameters, incorrect settings, or changes made to the workflow that have not been properly updated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Activity: Check the workflow definition to identify which activity is causing the error. The error message will provide the name or ID of the activity (&1).
  
  
  Check Mandatory Properties: Review the properties of the identified activity. Look for the mandatory property that is missing (&2). This